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Neighbours of Willington (NoW) News!
The Great and the Good of Willington (well 60 of them anyway!) gathered together on 8th January for the inaugural NoW event in the stunningly beautiful Orangery at Willington Hall. The following day I received this lovely comment from Brian and Nicky Simmons, which they are happy to share:
“Just a note to thank you for organising yesterday's very successful family afternoon tea. It was lovely to see so many neighbours attended and lots of new faces for us and we still didn't manage to speak everyone! Please alsothank Willington Hall for their lovely food”
There was a great atmosphere and a good turnout. It would be great to keep the momentum going and with this in mind I am pleased to say we have organised another two opportunities to get together. The Begbie family of Willington Hall is very supportive of our group and have helped greatly with the organisation and costings of two more NoW events:
Thursday 6th April 2017 7pm, Willington Hall
Wine tasting and general knowledge quiz…with nibbles!
This is designed to be a fun evening to test both your wine and general knowledge in the company of friends. There will be a selection of wine and food platters/tapas/ to share with friends at your table. There will of course be a prize for the winner/winners!
Cost per person will be £15 (including food and wine!).
Sunday 9th July 11am – Family treasure hunt and picnic on the green
Before the summer holidays begin let’s get together for a family treasure hunt and picnic. We’ll meet on the green at 11am and aim to have our picnics from about midday. Please bring your own picnic, picnic blankets, chairs and tables.
Sunday 3rd September 1pm, Willington Hall
Family Barbecue and garden games
An opportunity to bring everybody together before the autumn leaves begin to fall. We’re hoping for the last of the summer rays so that we can enjoy our barbecue outside at Willington Hall but have also reserved the Orangery just in case! Cost for this event will be announced soon. The whole family is welcome and there will be a few games in the garden for everybody (coconut shy and apple bobbing have been mentioned!)
We will post invitations for both of these events. In the meantime, please save the dates in your diaries.
In other news
Crown Green Bowling – Andrew Nicholas has kindly offered to arrange Crown Green Bowling afternoon on Saturday 20th May at Kelsall Bowling Green (Behind the Community Centre). All the equipment and tuition will be provided (you just need to wear flat soled shoes or trainers). Tea, coffee, soft drinks and cakes will be served. This is a game that can be played on equal terms by all of the family regardless of age or gender. Cost per adult £ 3.00 Children free. No previous experience required, so come along for a couple of fun hours with all of your family and friends. If you’re interested please contact Andrew Phone: 751923 or email:
Beginners Walking Group –A beginners walking group has been established. The group meets on the last Sunday of the month at 10.00am, and meets at The Boot Inn. All are invited.
Keeping in touch – We’re keen to keep in touch with everybody as effectively as possible. Please keep an eye on the website and on Facebook @willingtonparishcheshire
Email – It would really help us to update you with any changes if we have everybody’s email addresses. If you’re happy for us to have your email please send your details to me at . Thank you to everybody who attended the Afternoon Tea who gave their details.
We look forward to seeing you at the wine tasting and quiz night if not sooner!
Any questions please contact me at or on my mobile 07739 799 722
Best wishes,
Donna